1973 Lancia Fulvia vs. 1977 Vauxhall Chevette
To start off, 1977 Vauxhall Chevette is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Lancia Fulvia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Lancia Fulvia would be higher. At 2,279 cc (4 cylinders), 1977 Vauxhall Chevette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Vauxhall Chevette (133 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 1973 Lancia Fulvia. (90 HP @ 6100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1977 Vauxhall Chevette should accelerate faster than 1973 Lancia Fulvia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Lancia Fulvia weights approximately 82 kg more than 1977 Vauxhall Chevette.
Because 1977 Vauxhall Chevette is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1977 Vauxhall Chevette. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1973 Lancia Fulvia, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1977 Vauxhall Chevette (185 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 71 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Lancia Fulvia. (114 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1977 Vauxhall Chevette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Lancia Fulvia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Lancia Fulvia | 1977 Vauxhall Chevette | |
| Make | Lancia | Vauxhall |
| Model | Fulvia | Chevette |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1298 cc | 2279 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 133 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 114 Nm | 185 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 77 mm | 97.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 69.7 mm | 76.2 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 972 kg | 890 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2410 mm |
